Senami Taisai Festival
瀬波大祭（瀬奈彌神社）
Experience the high-energy Senami Taisai, where dynamic two-wheeled floats race through a historic port town.Senami Taisai is one of the three major festivals of Murakami City, held at the historic Senami Jinja. This shrine boasts over 1,200 years of history and is dedicated to Ukemochi-no-kami, the deity of food.
Highlights
About Senami Taisai Festival
- Dynamic Experience: Feel the raw power of Japanese tradition as the two-wheeled floats race up the hills.
- Deep History: Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a 1,200-year-old shrine and a historic port town.
- Photographic Beauty: Capture stunning shots of ornate floats and the rhythmic beauty of traditional songs.
Photo gallery
All photosSchedule
September 3, 2026
Weather forecast
Mon
8/3
29°/25°
16%
Tue
8/4
32°/23°
2%
Wed
8/5
32°/23°
10%
Thu
8/6
31°/25°
25%
Fri
8/7
32°/26°
67%
Sat
8/8
29°/25°
68%
Sun
8/9
29°/24°
49%
Plan your stay & activities
Tips
Clothing
Wear comfortable walking shoes and practical clothes for viewing from slopes.
Crowds
Expect heavy crowds and high energy during the night climax and hill climbs.
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